Today's workout

I didn't quite know what to expect when I went downstairs for the open-interview session, and I found out real quick that it's like a free-for-all.

Most players had a table to themselves that was placed on a riser with their name hanging above them. Some less sought-out players, such as Scott Eyre/Chad Durbin and Carlos Ruiz/Miguel Cairo, shared a table.

The crowds were 4-5 reporters deep for A-Rod, Jeter, Rollins and Pedro. I got whacked in the head by photographers and camermen more times than I can count (although that's not really anything new) and almost got pushed to the ground by another very large reporter, which in turn almost knocked two other people over.

I couldn't believe when I saw reporters running toward tables. Some writers looked at each other in disbelief....others laughed outloud.

What was ridiclous was the fact that music was playing quite loudly in the background. So in case it wasn't hard enough to hear the person you were interviewing when you were four reporters deep, you had some music thrown in there too just to make things a little more challenging.

But what was the most annoying was having one reporter ask Pedro at least six consecutive questions in Spanish. One or two, even three, I don't mind, but I draw the line at four. It's not fair to the other 40 reporters there who want to hear him answer in English. Pedro's too funny to miss!

Well, the tarp is now on the field. Everyone is bracing for more rain. Let's just hope for no delays....or worse, a postponement tomorrow.

Recent Comments

I have to agree with Cuca here.
What is wrong with Spanish speaking people getting some time to talk to Pedro and get some sound bites for their audience?
MLB is searching for as large a group of people as is possible to watch and come out to games.
For the reporter to take offense here does not make much sense.
Look at half of the fans in LA - I am sure the Dodgers would be in a world of hurt without that group coming to their games.
And, look at other sports (Oakland Raiders, Dallas Cowboys) - they are in need of that same fan base to get seats filled and souvenirs sold.
Typical PA attitude though toward this fan base.